Kaeng Krachan Country Club and Resort

Course Designer:	Cherd Boonyaratavej & Jack Nicklaus
Course Opened:	1996
Course Information:	27 holes par 72 – 7330 yds
Rates:
Extras:
Location:	60 mins from Hua Hin in the Kaeng Krachan National Park
Facilities:	Driving Range, Accommodation, Massage, Restaurants, Riding, Swimming Pool, Tennis
Distance to Hua Hin:	32 Miles
Closed:	Open everyday

Kaeng Krachan Country Club & Resort – Hua Hin’s Remote Mountain Golf Escape
Located about 1 hour inland from Hua Hin, Kaeng Krachan Country Club & Resort sits on the edge of Thailand’s largest national park. This 27-hole facility blends forested fairways, dramatic elevation, and tranquil lakes into a secluded golf experience. Designed by Cherd Bunyaratavej and later expanded by Jack Nicklaus, the course offers a rugged, natural challenge for adventurous golfers.

Course Overview
Holes: 27 (Lake, Valley, and Mountain Courses)
Par: 72 / 36
Length: 7,330 yards (Lake & Valley); 3,600 yards (Mountain)
Style: Mountain parkland with forest-lined fairways, natural lakes, and elevation changes
Unique layout: Three distinct 9-hole loops with minimal earthworks — terrain preserved for authenticity
Signature holes:
• Lake Course Hole 6: Par-4 with water hazard and bamboo-lined fairway
• Mountain Course Hole 3: Par-5 sweeping left through forest, pot bunkers, and a two-tiered green

Playing Experience
• Ideal for mid- to low-handicap golfers seeking off-the-grid play
• Narrow fairways demand accuracy off the tee
• Water hazards on 6+ holes and dense forest bordering many fairways
• Greens appear flat but offer deceptive breaks
• Recommended arrival: 45 minutes early due to remote location and warm-up needs

Clubhouse & Amenities
• Modest clubhouse with basic restaurant and locker rooms
• Equipment rental: Clubs (฿600), shoes (฿200), umbrellas (฿200)
• Golf cart: ฿600 (optional); caddie fee: ฿300 (tip ~฿400 recommended)
• On-site resort: Basic rooms available, but many golfers prefer returning to Hua Hin

Location & Access
Address: Tayang-Kaengkrachan Rd, Kaeng Krachan, Phetchaburi 76170, Thailand
~1 hour from Hua Hin
~3 hours from Bangkok
Nearby: Kaeng Krachan National Park, Springfield Royal Country Club, Imperial Lake View

Highlights
• “Play Hua Hin’s most secluded mountain course – Kaeng Krachan Country Club”
• “27 holes of forested fairways, natural lakes, and dramatic elevation”
• “Designed by Cherd Bunyaratavej and Jack Nicklaus — a rugged test of skill”
• “Perfect for golfers seeking quiet, scenic play off the tourist trail”